Shopping List of Essential Materials for Exterior Painting

  • Written by Doityourself Staff
    on Sep 14, 2011
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    Reviewed by
    Hannah Madans
    on Apr 15, 2020
  • 250-300
What You'll Need
WeatherAll® exterior paints
Prep Line(TM) house wash
Roller, frame, tray and tray liner
Paintbrushes
Trim brushes
Trim guide
Pad painter
Paintbrush comb and roller cleaner
Scraper
Wire brush
Primer
Safety goggles
Dust mask
Sandpaper
Exterior spackling
Rags
Drop cloths
Caulk remover
Caulk
Glazing Compound
Masking tape
Razor knife
Razor blades
Paint remover
Bucket
Rubber gloves
Disposable coveralls
Extension ladder
Step ladder
Paint hook
Extension pole
Power sprayer
Paint thinner/solvent
Paint sprayer

Don't be caught up a ladder without a scraper. Make sure you have everything you need before you get started on your project.